In today's crop-price rundown for 20 Aug 2026, Budhar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Linseed, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,500 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Linseed leader.
01What's Behind Today's Linseed Price
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,500
- Lowest Price Today₹9,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityLinseed (Flaxseed)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Linseed about 4.8% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Linseed rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Budhar APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Shamgarh APMC | ₹9,226 |
| 3 Jabalpur APMC | ₹8,735 |
| 4 Kota APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Linseed.
That ₹1,500 (18.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Linseed fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Linseed prices at Budhar APMC ranged between ₹8,200 and ₹9,500, with the average around ₹9,067. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 04 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 30 Jun | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
If you're chasing the best rate for Linseed today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Budhar APMC was the market to beat for Linseed on 20 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.